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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Novo Rio | Terminal Rodoviário | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Bus | Novo Rio | Terminal Rodoviário | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Novo Rio | Terminal Rodoviário | No tags |
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Get from Rio de Janeiro to Montes Claros
The journey takes about 14 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just $51, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Rio de Janeiro and Montes Claros?
Stops in Rio de Janeiro
- AAvenida Francisco Bicalho, 1, Santo Cristo, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 20220-310
- B
Aeroporto Internacional Tom Jobim
Corredor BRT Transcarioca - Galeão, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, Brazil - C
Rodoviária
Terminal Padre Henrique Otte, 8851 - Santo Cristo, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, Brazil - D
Av. Pedro Calmon
Av. Pedro Calmon, 102 , Cidade Universitária, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 21941-485, Brazil
Stops in Montes Claros
- AR. Terminal Rodoviário, 110 - Cidade Nova, Montes Claros - MG, Brazil
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Rio de Janeiro to Montes Claros, BR by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Rio de Janeiro to Montes Claros?
The cheapest bus tickets from Rio de Janeiro to Montes Claros start from $51. The average price for this route is around $85. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Rio de Janeiro to Montes Claros?
The average bus travel time from Rio de Janeiro to Montes Claros is 14h 15m, covering a distance of 689 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 13h 35m and is operated by Transnorte.
Which bus companies service the Rio de Janeiro to Montes Claros route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Transnorte, Expresso União.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Rio de Janeiro to Montes Claros?
The earliest bus departs from Rio de Janeiro to Montes Claros at 5:30pm. And the latest bus departs at 7:40pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Rio de Janeiro to Montes Claros?
A bus trip from Rio de Janeiro to Montes Claros generates an estimated 17 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Rio de Janeiro to Montes Claros?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Transnorte, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Rio de Janeiro to Montes Claros?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Expresso União has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 0.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Rio de Janeiro to Montes Claros?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Expresso União, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Rio de Janeiro to Montes Claros?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Expresso União, with a cleanliness rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Rio de Janeiro to Montes Claros, BR was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $62To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Rio de Janeiro to Montes Claros, BR, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $62 to $113 for a bus ticket from Rio de Janeiro to Montes Claros, BR based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $62 which is on 2025-12-02.
Usually Expresso União will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
